Running On Rails

What this episode covers

There’s a certain satisfaction in taking the train - safely, confidently delivering you to your destination without the hassles of traffic while generally providing you with a pleasant landscape along the way. In Neil’s opinion, that’s how life should be - we get on at a predetermined destination and move through our day automatically, or “running on rails”. Often in business we find ourselves becoming overwhelmed by our daily tasks, which gradually encroach upon our lives until we find ourselves overtaken and overwhelmed. This can lead to less free time and a steadily dissatisfied home life. We need to remember that our work lives, too, need to be “running on rails”. By following Neil’s practical tips, you can make sure your work life runs on rails, and by doing so, make life that little bit more pleasant. KEY TAKEAWAYS Waking Time - Set your wake up time for the same each morning, but make sure it’s not too early. Get the sleep you need! Morning Routine - Whether it’s exercise, meditation, journalling, or even the steps you take in order to feel fresh for the day, treat it like routine. And make sure you dress the part. Big Tasks Time - There has to be a set time each day for the nitty-gritty of work, that period of the day in which you get things done, and take care of the “big dogs”, the tasks that absolutely have to be overcome. Learning Time - Devote a portion of each day ti improving yourself somehow, whether by reading, watching documentaries, or listening to podcasts. Self-improvement is the key to lasting happiness. Work Time - When you work, work your hardest! Meal Times - Take scheduled stops to refuel. Nap Times - Naps can completely refresh your day, provide you with a burst of energy, and improve your daily outlook. Stop Times - Know when to go home and stick to it! You don’t have to achieve everything in a single day. Remember that you should always finish when you’re done, not when it’s done! Leisure Time - Mark your holidays on a calendar. It gives you something to aim for. Remember that work fits around you and your family, not the other way around.  Bed Time - Have a set bed time and stick to it. Set an alarm if you need to, but make your way to bed at that predetermined time each night. Have a bed time routine, too. Fill in your journal, turn off your screens, repeat any mantras or self-hypnosis techniques you may use. BEST MOMENTS   ‘I’ll probably grow out of it eventually… one day…' ‘Lay a track that will take you from where you are to where you want to go every single day’ ‘I visualise a four man bobsleigh team’ ‘I will not slob around the house in a manky onesie looking like a bag of crap’ ‘If you’re not learning, then what business do you have in being a teacher?’ ‘One single idea can be worth a fortune' 'Finish when you’re done, not when it’s done' VALUABLE RESOURCES The Tutor Podcast Weird Things Guitarists Do book by Neil Cowmeadow www.Neilcowmeadow.com ABOUT THE HOST Neil Cowmeadow is a maverick peripatetic guitar teacher from Telford with over 19 years’ experience in the business of helping people. Learn how to start, grow and love your business with Neil’s invaluable advice and tips without the buzzwords and BS! CONTACT METHOD [email protected]

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